Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has insisted that signing Cristiano Ronaldo is impossible. The Portugal international has been link with a departure from Manchester United for the chance to score more Champions League goals. When the past summer
Despite being in the news with many teams But in the end. Ronaldo remained at Old Trafford after the transfer window closed, with
Atletico one of the clubs reportedly interested in signing Ronald. Ronaldo joined the army but Simeone insists rivalry with Real Madrid made the deal impossible.
“The rumours are very far from what actually happened. Sometimes people talk to tell them what they want. It’s not an actual story,” he said.
“Ronaldo is an icon of Real Madrid, I don’t think (Martin) Palermo will play for River Plate or (Juan Roman) Riquelme or (Ariel) It’s a clear situation.” the UFABET reports
The Portuguese striker had an incredible record for Real, scoring 450 goals in 438 goals in a nine season spell that also saw him win two La Liga titles and four Champions Leagues.
He also struck 25 goals in 37 games against Atletico, his highest tally against any individual club.
Ronaldo may still be keen to force Champions League move at some point, as his record for the most goals in the tournament is in danger of being chased down by Lionel Messi.
Ronaldo has a great record against Atleti, scoring 25 goals in 37 meetings, a team he scores a lot. The best in the land of bulls